South Austin Clinic – Austin, TX
201 East Ben White Blvd.
Austin,
TX
78704
P: 512-276-8000 | F: 512-441-6189
Operated by: Planned Parenthood of Austin Surgical and Sexual Health Services
Texas License #008222
Get Directions From:
Hours of Operation
| Mon | Tues | Wed | Thurs | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00am | 9:00am | 9:00am | 9:00am | 9:00am | 9:00am | -- |
| Close | 6:30pm | 6:30pm | 6:30pm | 6:30pm | 6:30pm | 3:00pm | -- |
Note: Effective August 1st the South Austin Clinic will close at 3:00 p.m. on Saturdays instead of 4:00 p.m.
Languages
English; Spanish; Interpretation by telephone available for other languages.
Health Center Services and Information
Walk-in Services
Walk-in services: Emergency Contraception (EC), Pregnancy Testing, Sexually Transmitted Infection Testing
All other services require an appointment.
If you need emergency contraception (morning after pill), you can walk in any time the health center is open.
Holidays
Our health center is closed for the following holidays:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Day after Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Appointment Information
Birth control refill pick ups are available during all business hours.
At this health center you can come in for appointments that do not require a medical exam. For example, birth control education and supplies; emergency contraception (morning after pill); pregnancy testing and counseling; STD testing; testing and treatment for urinary tract infections
Specially trained staff and medical equipment are available for people with physical disabilities.
We do not provide childcare services. We request that you please make childcare arrangements.
Only infants and toddlers in a car seat or stroller are allowed into the exam room. We request that you please make arrangements for childcare for any other children.
Specialty Services
Pills by Mail is available at this health center — a service that delivers birth control pills to your home each month. Patients with a current prescription for some of the birth control pills that we offer at our health center can order Pills by Mail.
Other Health Center Information
For clients seeking an abortion: please click here to read important policy information.
Payment Information
Medicaid accepted.
We accept the following forms of payment:
- cash
- major credit/debit cards
- money orders
Payment is expected at time of service.
Donations are welcome at the time of your visit to help support our mission and continue the important work we do.
All information presented, including pricing and/or insurance information, is subject to change at any time. This information is presented for informational purposes only and is not intended to and does not constitute medical or legal advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use.
©2009 Planned Parenthood of Austin Surgical and Sexual Health Services
Abortion Services
South Austin Clinic offers the following services:
- abortion pill (medication abortion)
- in-clinic abortion
- sedation options (medication to make the abortion more comfortable)
- pre- and post-abortion patient education
- post-abortion follow-up exams
- referrals for abortion-related counseling
Here’s what you need to know about abortion services at this health center:
Abortion Pill (Medication Abortion)
Abortion pill (medication abortion) is offered up to 9 weeks after the start of your last menstrual period.
Abortion pill (medication abortion) services are available by appointment only.
Plan to be at the health center for 4-6 hour(s) for your entire abortion pill visit (medication abortion).
During the abortion pill (medication abortion) visit, you must agree — before you start — that you will have an in-clinic abortion if the abortion pill does not work.
After your abortion pill visit, you will need access to a telephone, transportation, and backup medical care available to you once you are home.
In-Clinic Abortion
In-clinic abortion is offered up to 24 weeks after the start of your last menstrual period.
In-clinic abortions are available by appointment only.
Plan to be at the health center for 4-6 hours for your entire visit for an in-clinic abortion.
If you desire medication to help make your in-clinic abortion more comfortable, you must have a responsible companion with you to help you get home safely.
If you are more than 15 weeks pregnant, your in-clinic abortion may require multiple visits.
If you plan to have sedation, please do not eat for 4 hours before your appointment.
If you have asthma, bring an inhaler if you have one.
Other Abortion Services Information
If you take any medications, please continue to take these medications normally before your appointment.
During your visit, you may be given the following:
- a chance to speak with a trained staff person about all of your choices: abortion, adoption, and parenting
- a conversation with the health care provider about your health history
- lab tests/blood work
- a pelvic exam
- an ultrasound
- medications to make the abortion more comfortable
- medication if you are Rh negative
- antibiotics or other medications
- birth control information
- a birth control method
If you are seeking an abortion, by law, you must review this information. Additionally, if you are 17 years of age or younger and seeking an abortion, please be sure to view the information at the bottom of this page.
NO MATTER WHAT YOU CHOOSE TO DO ABOUT A PREGNANCY, PLANNED PARENTHOOD CAN PROVIDE A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT TO:
- Talk about all options and types of financial support
- Talk about ways to tell your parents about the pregnancy
For Patients Under 18
If you are a minor considering an abortion, please visit Teen Talk to learn more about any laws in your state that might apply.
Prices and Payment Information
Please contact this health center for abortion services pricing information.
Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been previously made.
If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale.
©2009 Planned Parenthood of Austin Surgical and Sexual Health Services
Birth Control Services
South Austin Clinic offers the following birth control methods:
- birth control implant (Implanon)
- birth control patch (Ortho Evra)
- birth control pill
- birth control shot
- birth control vaginal ring (NuvaRing)
- diaphragm
- condom
- female condom
- emergency contraception (morning after pill)
- fertility awareness method
- IUD (Mirena)
- IUD (ParaGard)
- spermicide
Birth control services are available:
- during all business hours by appointment
Here’s what you need to know about birth control at this health center:
Some of the birth control pills that we offer are TriNessa, Levora, Micronor, Microgestin 1.5/30 and Microgestin 1/20.
If you qualify, you may be able to receive certain birth control services without a pelvic exam.
In order to obtain an IUD, we may first require an exam and a Pap test.
Proper Attire™, Planned Parenthood’s exclusive line of condoms, is available at this health center.
Specialty Services
Pills by Mail is available at this health center — a service that delivers birth control pills to your home each month. Patients with a current prescription for some of the birth control pills that we offer at our health center can order Pills by Mail.
Prices and Payment Information
Price ranges for our birth control methods are:
- birth control implant (Implanon) - $580
- birth control patch (Ortho Evra) - Sample Only
- birth control shot - $69-$79
- birth control vaginal ring (NuvaRing) - Sample Only
- diaphragm - $60-$100
- condom - $0-$1
- female condom - $3
- emergency contraception (morning after pill) - $35
- birth control methods may require an office visit fee - One-time only fee of $35
Some services may have additional charges for lab and blood work.
Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been previously made.
Medicaid accepted.
©2009 Planned Parenthood of Austin Surgical and Sexual Health Services
Emergency Contraception
South Austin Clinic offers the following emergency contraception (morning after pill) and related services:
- emergency contraception
- copper IUD insertion
- pregnancy testing
- rape crisis counseling referrals
Emergency contraception (morning after pill) is available at this location:
- during all business hours on a walk-in basis
Here’s what you need to know about getting emergency contraception (morning after pill) at this health center:
Emergency contraception is available over the counter for women and men 17 and older. If you can’t make it in to a Planned Parenthood health center, you may be able to get emergency contraception at a nearby pharmacy.
Women under age 17 can get prescription emergency contraception following a visit with a Planned Parenthood health care provider.
The copper IUD may also be used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected intercourse. Ask your health care provider for more information.
Prices and Payment Information
Price ranges for our emergency contraception (morning after pill) services are:
- emergency contraception (morning after pill) - $35
Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been previously made.
Medicaid accepted.
©2009 Planned Parenthood of Austin Surgical and Sexual Health Services
General Health Care
South Austin Clinic offers the following general health care services:
- anemia testing
- cholesterol screening
- diabetes screening
- pregnancy planning services
- smoking cessation
- thyroid screening
General health care services are available:
- during all business hours by appointment
If you do not find what you are looking for here, please go to the Men's Health Services or Women's Health Services pages.
Prices and Payment Information
Please contact this health center for general health care services pricing information.
Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been previously made.
Medicaid accepted.
©2009 Planned Parenthood of Austin Surgical and Sexual Health Services
HIV Testing
South Austin Clinic offers the following services:
- HIV testing
HIV testing services are available at this location:
- on a walk-in basis: Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Here’s what you need to know about HIV testing at this health center:
Rapid HIV testing can be done with a blood sample taken from a finger stick. The results are available in 20-40 minutes.
HIV treatment referral services are available.
Counseling and confidential (private) testing for HIV are provided by trained staff who are sensitive to your needs and concerns.
Results may be given over the phone.
Prices and Payment Information
Price ranges for our HIV services are:
- rapid blood testing - $60
- blood testing - $55-$60
Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been previously made.
Medicaid accepted.
©2009 Planned Parenthood of Austin Surgical and Sexual Health Services
HPV & Hepatitis Vaccines
South Austin Clinic offers the following vaccine services:
- HPV vaccine (Gardasil)
Vaccines are available:
- during all business hours by appointment
Here’s what you need to know about vaccine services at this health center:
Women ages 19 - 26 who have no health insurance and meet financial criteria may qualify for the Merck Vaccine Patient Assistance Program to receive the HPV vaccine (Gardasil) at no charge.
Some vaccines are given in a series over the course of several months, which would require you to return to the health center to get the full benefit.
Prices and Payment Information
Price ranges for our vaccine services are:
- HPV vaccine (Gardasil) for an individual injection - $185
- HPV vaccine (Gardasil) for all three injections - $535
Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been previously made.
©2009 Planned Parenthood of Austin Surgical and Sexual Health Services
LGBT Services
Our health center supports and welcomes clients regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or biological sex, including but not limited to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, and intersex clients. All services are provided in a respectful and professional manner.
South Austin Clinic offers the following services specifically for clients who identify as LGBT:
- education
LGBT education is available during all regular business hours.
Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been previously made.
Medicaid accepted.
©2009 Planned Parenthood of Austin Surgical and Sexual Health Services
Men's Health Services
South Austin Clinic offers the following men's health services:
- checkups when you have a reproductive/sexual health problem
- jock itch — exam and treatment
- male infertility — screening and referrals
- urinary tract infections — testing and treatment
- Planned Parenthood in Austin now offers referrals for low-cost vasectomies. Click here for more information.
Men's health services are available:
- during all business hours by appointment
Here’s what you need to know in preparation for a men's health visit at this health center:
Checkups when you have a reproductive/sexual health problem may require a genital exam.
Prices and Payment Information
Please contact this health center for men's services pricing information.
Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been previously made.
Medicaid accepted.
Related Links
If you do not find what you are looking for here, please go to the general health information page. The following sexual health services are listed separately:
- Birth Control
- Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)
- General Health Care
- HIV Testing
- HPV & Hepatitis Vaccines
- LGBT Services
- Patient Education
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) — Testing & Treatment
©2009 Planned Parenthood of Austin Surgical and Sexual Health Services
Patient Education
Patient education is available as part of many health center appointments. Please ask the health care provider any questions you might have when you come in for your visit.
South Austin Clinic offers the following one-on-one patient education services:
- abstinence education
- birth control education
- cancer screening education
- emergency contraception (morning after pill) education
- fertility awareness
- HIV education
- HPV and hepatitis vaccines education
- midlife/menopause education
- pregnancy options education
- pregnancy/fertility education
- safer sex education
- STD (sexually transmitted disease) education
Patient education services are available:
- during all business hours on a walk-in basis
- during all business hours by appointment
Here’s what you need to know about patient education at this health center:
Private and confidential one-on-one patient education is provided by trained staff who are sensitive to your needs and concerns.
Prices and Payment Information
Please contact this health center for patient education services pricing information.
Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been previously made.
©2009 Planned Parenthood of Austin Surgical and Sexual Health Services
Pregnancy Testing, Options & Services
South Austin Clinic offers the following pregnancy related services:
- pregnancy testing
- abortion services
- abortion referrals
- fertility awareness education
- pregnancy planning services
- trained staff to discuss your options with you if you are pregnant
- adoption referrals
Pregnancy testing and services are available:
- during all business hours on a walk-in basis
Here’s what you need to know about getting pregnancy testing and services at this health center:
Our pregnancy tests are urine tests. We do not offer blood pregnancy tests.
If you choose to continue a pregnancy, we will provide you with a list of resources to help you obtain prenatal care.
If you learn you are pregnant and decide to terminate the pregnancy, we will provide you with abortion services or refer you to an abortion provider.
Prices and Payment Information
Price ranges for our pregnancy testing and services are:
- pregnancy testing - $20
Some services may have additional charges for lab and blood work.
Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been previously made.
Medicaid accepted.
©2009 Planned Parenthood of Austin Surgical and Sexual Health Services
STD Testing & Treatment
South Austin Clinic offers the following services related to the testing and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs):
- STD testing, diagnosis and treatment, including:
- bacterial vaginosis (BV)
- chlamydia
- genital warts
- gonorrhea
- herpes
- HIV (testing and diagnosis only)
- syphilis
- trichomoniasis (trich)
- Other STD testing, diagnosis and treatment services are also available. Please ask our staff for more information.
- STD prevention, including:
- condoms
- female condoms
- HPV vaccine
- STD/safer sex education
STD testing and treatment services are available:
- during all business hours on a walk-in basis
- during all business hours by appointment
Here’s what you need to know about STD testing and treatment at this health center:
We can test for gonorrhea and chlamydia using a urine sample. If this test shows an infection, then we will provide you with treatment and explain how your partner(s) can be treated.
For testing involving urine samples, including chlamydia and gonorrhea, do not urinate or engage in sexual intercourse for one hour before testing.
Many STD tests require a genital exam.
Rapid HIV testing can be done with a blood sample taken from a finger stick. The results are available in 20-40 minutes.
Counseling and confidential (private) testing for STDs are provided by trained staff who are sensitive to your needs and concerns.
Prices and Payment Information
Price ranges for our STD testing and treatment services and safer sex products are:
- condoms - $0-$1
- female condoms - $3
- HIV Testing
- HPV vaccine (Gardasil) for an individual injection - $185
- HPV vaccine (Gardasil) for all three injections - $535
- comprehensive STD testing, including - $106
- chlamydia
- gonorrhea
- HIV
- syphilis
- STD office visit - $70-$150
Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been previously made.
Medicaid accepted.
©2009 Planned Parenthood of Austin Surgical and Sexual Health Services
Women's Health Services
South Austin Clinic offers the following women's health services:
- checkups when you have a reproductive/sexual health problem
- breast exams
- cervical cancer screening
- colposcopy
- cryotherapy
- hormone replacement therapy
- infertility education
- mammogram referrals
- menopause and midlife — testing and treatment
- Pap test
- urinary tract infections — testing and treatment
- vaginal infections — testing and treatment
- Other services we may provide include help with irregular periods or no periods, painful periods, painful sex, bleeding between periods, menstrual problems (premenstrual syndrome) or even a lost tampon.
Women's health services are available:
- on a walk-in basis: Some services are available on a walk-in basis including pregnancy testing, sexually transmitted infection testing and Emergency Contraception (EC).
- during all business hours by appointment
Here’s what you need to know in preparation for a women's health visit at this health center:
Do not douche, have sex, or put anything in your vagina 48 hours before your pelvic exam. It is best if you are not having your menstrual period for some types of visits. Contact us if you have questions.
Checkups for gynecological concerns may require a pelvic exam.
For the testing and treatment of urinary tract infections, we will need to collect a urine sample at the time of your visit.
For the testing and treatment of vaginal infections, a pelvic exam may be required.
Hormone replacement therapy requires a routine checkup or records of your current exam.
Cervical cancer screening requires a pelvic exam and Pap test.
Prices and Payment Information
Please contact this health center for women's services pricing information.
Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have been previously made.
Medicaid accepted.
Related Links
If you do not find what you are looking for here, please go to the general health information page. The following sexual health services are listed separately:
- Abortion Services
- Birth Control
- Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)
- General Health Care
- HIV Testing
- HPV & Hepatitis Vaccines
- LGBT Services
- Patient Education
- Pregnancy Testing, Options & Services
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) — Testing & Treatment
Donations are welcome at the time of your visit to help support our mission and continue the important work we do.
All information presented, including pricing and/or insurance information, is subject to change at any time. This information is presented for informational purposes only and is not intended to and does not constitute medical or legal advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use.
©2009 Planned Parenthood of Austin Surgical and Sexual Health Services
